BCP Fostering

04/06/2026

Royal recognition for a fantastic foster carer👑🏰

We’re so proud of BCP foster carer Maxine, who recently joined carers from across the UK at a special reception at Windsor Castle, where she was personally thanked by King Charles for her vital work.

Since 2011, Maxine has gone above and beyond; creating a loving home, supporting young people to be their best selves, and staying in touch long after they leave her care. Whether it's a note in a lunchbox or letters during school trips, Maxine ensures every child feels loved and supported. 📝

When Maxine shared she still keeps in touch with the children she’s cared for, King Charles said:
💬 “That is so lovely. That’s what we need, more people that can keep this job going"

Thank you, Maxine, for your years of dedication and for the incredible difference you’ve made to our children and young people. 🩷

01/06/2026

It's Pride Month! 🌈

Pride is a moment to celebrate, but it’s also a time to stop and think. It's about understanding, inclusion and challenging misconceptions.

We’re proud to stand with our LGBTQ+ community and the families who make fostering possible. Because fostering works best when everyone feels they belong. 🌈🩷

01/06/2026

June’s here and we’re out and about! Come and chat to us about fostering with BCP Council 💬

💻Online information session
📆Monday 15 June, 6:30pm-7:15pm
You can listen in, ask a few questions and get a real feel for what fostering is like.

🎵 Shake & Stir Armed Forces Weekender
📆Saturday 27 June, 10:30am-7pm
While you’re enjoying the music and vintage fun, swing by to meet us and discover more about fostering.

Want more details or can't make these dates? See our full list of events in the comments. 👇🏼

28/05/2026

You might not have heard of Supported Lodgings🤔
But it could be one of the most worthwhile things you ever do.

🏡Open your home to a young person aged 16-24
🛌🏼Teach them life skills, such as cooking and managing routines
💡Recieve personalised training and financial support
➡️Be the reason they thrive and feel confident living independently

Find out more: https://www.bcpfostering.co.uk/supported-lodgings

26/05/2026

"We're really proud of what we do" 🩷

Kylie and Lee, who are in their 30s, are encouraging younger people to consider fostering. The couple say fostering had boosted the confidence of both their children. ⤵️

A County Durham couple share their experience of fostering alongside family life.

24/05/2026

And just like that, Foster Care Fortnight comes to an end 💙

We’ve loved celebrating fostering, but we know it’s not always easy.

To our fantastic foster carers – thank you for showing up and for the incredible work you do.

If you’ve been thinking about fostering, there’s always room for more people who care.
👉🏼https://www.bcpfostering.co.uk/

21/05/2026

We've got exciting news! To celebrate Foster Care Fortnight, our brilliant social worker Anita will be appearing on the Hope FM Breakfast Show! 👏🏼📻

Tune in tomorrow morning (22 May) at 8:10am and hear Anita talking all things BCP Fostering! You won't want to miss it! ⤵️

Radio To Brighten Your Day

21/05/2026

We'll be at Tesco, Riverside Avenue tomorrow (Friday 22 May) from 10am–12pm.

If you’re nearby, come and have a quick chat with us about fostering or supported lodgings! 👋🏼

19/05/2026

"I learned to read with these foster parents. They fuelled a passion for books, which now I wouldn't be able to live without. They fuelled a passion for music, acting, sports, dance, everything, all of these extracurricular activities. And they did it in a place of real love and family.” 🧡

Kez’s story shows the incredible skill, patience and dedication foster carers bring, helping young people build confidence, find their strengths and believe in their future. ⤵️

https://www.thefosteringnetwork.org.uk/blogs/this-is-fostering-kezs-story/?fbclid=IwY2xjawR5PoZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFRaFBsbEtEVEhxZ25WSERHc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtYi0hpynAJOjcKAEVpJd4uEUYIt772H6z_d-85OAEIs1GXDzN90NuhWkk1K_aem_KD-GQ6isPg36fNlzzRVOyg

The Fostering Network

From allegations to annual reviews, checks and references, we offer information and advice on a range of key practice issues for fostering services.